Guardians ContractPlease fill out the puppy contract completely. If you have any questions, please CONTACT US. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.McCloud's Guardian ContractThis agreement, effectivebetween McCloud's Poodles and Doodles(Breeder) and *(Guardians)Guardian Home Contact InformationName *FirstLastAddress *Address Line 1Address Line 2City--- Select state ---AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingStateZip CodePhone Numbers *Home Cell OtherEmail *Absolutely Divine Poodles and Doodles are in the business of breeding poodle and doodle dogs and would like to place a dog owned by the Breeders with the Guardians. The Guardians agree to provide physical, loving care and to provide supervision of the dog as stated in this agreement. Both parties (Breeders and Guardians) agree to be legally bound by the following agreement: The dog subject to this Agreement is a *Male/FemaleName *The Dog Color is: *Date of Birth *Ownership - By checking the box you agree to the terms of the below Agreement *Ownership shall remain with the Breeders until the time when the Breeders shall, by written evidence, transfer ownership of the dog to the Guardians. Likewise, any puppies born to a female dog or any semen from a male dog shall be the sole and separate property of the Breeders and the Guardians shall have no ownership or possession rights to any use of the semen. Upon completion of this Agreement, Breeders shall transfer possession of the dog to Guardians. Guardians shall retain possession of the dog and shall provide physical care to and supervision of the dog subject to the conditions of this Agreement. A Female will remain under the ownership of the breeder for a minimum of 5 years or 4 liters. The female will be breeding 2 litters back-to-back then skip a litter. A litter with 3 or less puppies will not be considered in the 4 litters. A male will remain in the program for up to 6 years of age. At any time, the breeder decides not to breed the male or female before this agreement is complete, the breeder will notify the guardian via text or writing to terminate this contract and transfer all ownership to the guardian.Breeders Responsibility - By checking the box you agree to the terms of the below Agreement *During the time the Guardians have possession of the dog the Breeders shall provide the Guardians: 1- Dietary guidelines and instructions for health care of the dog, including worming and vaccination information on appropriate chew toys and other toys. 2-Training on recognizing when a female comes in heat (in season) and approximate dates when to expect this. 3- Time for semen collection or mating, if the dog is a male. 4- Information on what to expect and how to care for a pregnant female. 5- Pay for all veterinary expenses as related to breed-related costs. (Hip x-rays, eye exams, etc.) Return dog when testing is complete. 6- If the dog is female, Breeder will take possession of the dog at the appropriate time for breeding and the dog will remain with the Breeder for approximately one week, then would be returned to the Guardians for its gestation period (pregnancy). The Breeder will take possession of the female dog on week prior to her due date, and she will remain with the Breeder until her puppies are whelped and weaned (approx... 5-7 weeks). 7- If the dog is male, Breeder will take possession of the dog at the approximate time for same day breeding either at Guardian’s residence or place of business. Additionally, breeder may take possession of the dog up to ten (10) times in any 12-month period up to seven (7) continuous days each time for breeding. 8- Board the dog for the guardian family for vacation.Guardian’s Responsibilities - By checking the box you agree to the terms of the below Agreement *During the time the Guardians have possession of the dog, the Guardians shall: 1- Safely confine the dog by using a traditional fence restraining the dog by using a leash whenever outside of the Guardians home or yard, especially during a female dog’s heat cycle and at all times with a male. Notwithstanding the above, once the dog has been trained to respond to voice commands off leash retrieving for exercise will be permitted. A female may not be left outside in the yard of the Guardian home, or any home, during her heat cycle (heats last for approximately 3 weeks, no more than 2 times a year.) At this time a female may be left inside the home and away from all other dogs, or inside a secure crate or garage. 2- Provide adequate exercise for the dog on a daily basis. 3- Provide basic training for the dog, either with classes or at home. Basic obedience includes, but is not limited to sit, come, stay, walking on a leash, crate and potty trained. 4- Follow all dietary guidelines as recommended by the Breeder. 5- Provide vet care as needed, including regular vaccinations and rabies vaccine at Guardians expense. Administer and pay for monthly flea, tick, and heartworm medication. 6- Consult with the Breeders at the first sign of illness or at a time of injury and pay for any veterinary visits due to illness or injury while in the Guardians care. 7- Deliver dog to Breeder or meet Breeder upon request with 24-hour notice for breeding purposes, testing, etc. 8- Notify Breeder of scheduled vacations or other absences which would warrant the dog needing other care. This care must meet the approval of the Breeders, and Breeders must be given the contact information of the caretaker during absence. Schedule and pay for boarding expenses that may be necessary if Breeder is unable to care for dog while Guardian is out of town. Guardian shall notify Breeder of Guardian vacations plans, if dog will be with Guardian family on vacation, and provide all contact information in the event dog is needed for breeding during vacation time. 9- Maintain a principal place of residence within an agreed upon distance of Cabell County, WV (unless otherwise and specifically agreed upon by the Breeder) and provide Breeders with Guardian’s address, telephone number, and email address. 10- License dog with county in which Guardian is living and keep license current. 11- Keep dog well-groomed at all times. The dog will need regular brushing to help keep coat from matting. Breeder will suggest grooming products if needed by Guardian. 12- If the dog is female, deliver dog to Breeder approximately 5-7 weeks days before her due date. The dog will remain with the Breeder until her puppies are weaned (4-7 weeks). She will then be returned to Guardian. Dog will be bred no more than 3 times in any 2-year period and will have a maximum of 4 litters. Breeder will decide how many litters the dog will have after seeing how she is as a mother and how she tolerates pregnancy, labor, and the weeks following delivery of her puppies. 13- If the dog is female and there is a problem with any pregnancy that endangers the health of that dog, no future breeding will be required, the dog will be spayed as soon and medically appropriate, and ownership transferred to the Guardians.Removal Of Dog - By checking the box you agree to the terms of the below Agreement *Breeders may remove the dog from the possession of Guardian for non-compliance of the terms of this agreement, at which time this Agreement shall terminate. Breeders agree to consult with Guardian before permanently removing the dog from Guardian’s possession unless, in the judgement of the Breeders, the dog must be immediately removed from the possession of Guardian in order to protect the health, welfare, and safety of the dog. If the dog does not need to be immediately removed from the Guardians possession, Breeder shall give Guardian a reasonable amount of time to comply with Breeders requirements for maintaining the health, welfare, or safety of the dog before permanently removing the dog.Removal of Stud DogBreeders may immediately remove a stud dog from the Guardian home should the Guardian hire out the stud, or sell his semen, without specific written permission Breeders. If this occurred, the Guardians would also pay the Breeders value of said Stud Service Fee *Death of Dog-Guardian's Possession - By checking the box you agree to the terms of the below Agreement *Should the dog die from natural or accidental causes, that are not considered negligence (non-compliance of using a leash or not keeping the yard fence in good repair and gate closed) this Agreement shall terminate upon the happening of such occurrence and either party shall have any further obligation to the other party.Death of Dog-Breeder’s Possession - By checking the box you agree to the terms of the below Agreement *Should the dog die from natural or accidental causes, that are not considered negligence (non-compliance of using a leash or not keeping the yard fence in good repair and gate closed) this Agreement shall terminate upon the happening of such occurrence and neither party shall have any further obligation to the other party. However, should a female dog die during whelping (delivery of puppies) Breeder shall give to Guardian, at no cost to Guardian, a spayed or neutered puppy born of the litter that caused the death of the female dog, if any puppies are born alive and survive eight (8) weeks.Transfer of Ownership- Proven Breeder or Proven Sire - By checking the box you agree to the terms of the below Agreement *When Breeders, in the sole and absolute direction of Breeders, determines that the dog, either a male or female, shall no longer be used for breeding purposes, Breeders shall have the dog spayed/neutered and shall transfer ownership of the dog to Guardian. Breeder will pay all costs associated with the spay/neuter in lieu of any payment for the dog up front or at transference of ownership.Return of Dog - By checking the box you agree to the terms of the below Agreement *During the term of this Agreement, Guardian may permanently return dog to Breeder for any reason, at which time this Agreement shall terminate.Immediate Payment to BreedersIf, prior to transfer of ownership from Breeders to Guardians, the following occurrences happen, the Guardians agree to pay the Breeders the sum of *DollarsI agree *1- Guardian independently and without the expressed written consent of Breeders, has the dog spayed or neutered. 2- Guardian intentionally causes injury to the dog that prevents the dog from breeding or intentionally or out of negligence causes the death of the dog. 3- Guardian absconds with the dog, fails to advise Breeders of any change in Guardian’s address, or ceases communication.Non-Transferable - By checking the box you agree to the terms of the below Agreement *This Agreement shall not be transferred to another Breeder or Guardian in whole or in part without prior agreement.Notification and Correspondence - By checking the box you agree to the terms of the below Agreement *Notification and communication as required by the terms of this Agreement shall be deemed made, if made, via e-mail or phone to the primary Breeder contacts, Andrea or Chester Mccloud If Breeders desire a change in the primary contact, Guardians will be notified in writing, signed by all Breeders, of the change in primary Breeder contact.Signature of Guardian Clear SignatureName *Agreed and accepted on *DateSubmit